A rackmountable studio recording solution, this Shogun Studio Kit from B&H is built around the Atomos Shogun Studio 4K Recorder and includes a 512GB G-Technology Master Caddy 4K SSD recording drive as well as a G-Technology ev|Series Reader which can read Atomos Master Caddy media and directly interface with select ev|Series hardware. See below for more information on the individual items included in this kit.

Atomos Shogun Studio 4K Monitor / Recorder 12G-SDI, HDMI

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The Atomos Shogun Studio 4K Monitor / Recorder combines two color-calibrated 1920 x 1200 resolution displays with 4K video recording and edit-ready codecs in a 3RU chassis with removable rack mount ears. This configuration is well suited for live event, studio, and on-set DIT work. The Shogun Studio utilizes 4K HDMI and 12G-SDI inputs to record clean output signals at resolutions up to UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, and 30p, as well as Full HD (1920 x 1080) video up to 120 fps when used with capable cameras. The Shogun records 10-bit, 4:2:2 UHD 4K and HD video to Apple ProRes HQ, 422, or LT formats. It can also record HD video using Avid's DNxHD format and UHD 4K video using Avid's DNxHR. Video is recorded to single or raided 2.5" HDD and SDDs for fast and reliable write speeds.

As a monitor, the Shogun features a 7" IPS capacitive touchscreen display with resolution of 1920 x 1200. It is Rec. 709 color calibrated and supports multi-frequency operation (48/50/60 Hz) for monitoring of a variety of input frame rates. An SDI loop output is available for passing the signal to an additional monitor. As an added convenience, 4K signals can be internally down-converted and output in 1080p at the same frame rate.

The Shogun Studio supports Tally function, custom 3D LUTs, Genlock In for multi-camera syncing. There are also a variety of onscreen tools to help you set up your shots, including a full waveform monitor, RGB parade display, vectorscope, focus peaking, and framing, focus, and exposure assisting tools. With two slots, one for each monitor, for a master recording caddy, you can simultaneously record the signal being fed to each monitor.

Dual Monitors in a Rackmount Chassis

The Shogun Studio installs two Shogun monitors in a 3 RU rackmount chassis, with removable rackmount ears. This configuration is suitable for live event, studio, on-set and Broadcast professionals.

Record up to 120 fps in Full HD (1920 x 1080) for high-resolution slow-motion shots.

10-Bit 4:2:2 Recording

Record in 4:2:2 Apple ProRes or Avid DNxHD or DNxHR formats from your camera's uncompressed SDI or HDMI output, bypassing a round of internal compression and data loss. Uncompressed Cinema DNG Raw 4K video is also supported from capable cameras.

7" IPS Touchscreen Monitor with Rec. 709 Color Calibration

Each of the monitors incorporate a 7" IPS screen features a 1920 x 1200 resolution and provides a wide viewing-angle of 178° for easier off-axis monitoring. Each screen is calibrated to SMPTE Rec. 709 with 100% gamut and D65 white point, letting you monitor your colors with confidence. A standard Canon C-Log calibration is also available for use with Canon EOS Cinema cameras, so you won't have to look at flat, washed-out looking images on set. ON-the-fly re-calibration is available with the Atomos Spyder calibration tool, sold separately.

3D LUT Support

You can preview looks on set thanks to the ability to load 3D LUTs onto the Shogun. Simply load Cube files on an SSD and access via the "Display Options" button on the home screen.

HDD or SSD Storage

Record to single or raided 2.5" HDDs or SSDs for faster more reliable write speeds to manage 4K recording. A 2TB raided drive will give your over 5 hours of continuous 4K recording in 4K ProRes 422 HQ.

Monitoring Tools

The Shogun offers a comprehensive set of tools to help you set up, focus, and properly exposure your shots. These tools include a full waveform monitor, RGB parade display, luma overlay, vectorscope with zoom, and a test pattern generator for signal calibration. The monitor also provides focus peaking with multiple levels and colors, false color in two modes, and fully adjustable zebra from 0 to 100%.

Supports Video Playback

You can review what you've shot thanks to in-device video playback. The touchscreen interface allows you to navigate clips and provides softkeys to play, pause, rewind, and stop footage. Additionally, the playback will display a preview frame of the selected clip in the file browser.

4K to HD Down-Conversion

4K signals can be internally down-converted and output at 1080p resolution in the same frame rate as the input. This enables secondary monitoring on an HD field monitor, or recording a lower resolution proxy copy to a second recording device

Start/Stop Trigger

Trigger record start/stop and record time code straight from the camera with Atomos' HDMI time code trigger protocols from Sony, Canon, and other cameras. Over SDI you have full support of all protocols. You also have control over file naming, for automatic backup and version control of your footage.

Note: The SDI trigger is manufacturer-specific - you will need to select your camera make from the menu to enable

Optional CFast Adapter

Record to small, lightweight, and highly reliable CFast media cards using the optional SATA to CFast adaptor.

Create FCPX XML Projects

Create Final Cut Pro X XML projects in the field so you are ready to edit straight away. Favorite/reject flags in the metadata let you quickly finding and uploading the best shots into FCPX or Adobe Premiere Pro.

Genlock Support

Lock to an external Genlock reference signal to synchronize the Shogun's SDI playout when using multi-camera setups.

Time Code

The Shogun lets you synchronize with your camera's time code. Record Run, Free Run, and Time-of-Day time codes are also available for independent external recording.

UPC: 814164020329

G-Technology Atomos Master Caddy 4K (512GB)

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A robust media solution designed for Atomos recorders, the G-Technology Atomos Master Caddy 4K contains a 512GB solid-state drive capable of recording and storing HD as well as 4K video. Shaped like a standard Atomos drive caddy, the Master Caddy 4K SSD will be compatible with any Atomos recorder that uses Master Caddys, including those in the Flame, Inferno, and Shogun series. When video needs to be transferred, simply insert the Master Caddy 4K into the separately available ev Series Reader specially designed for the Master Caddy 4K and offload files at speeds up to 500 MB/s.

UPC: 705487203424

G-Technology ev|Series Reader Atomos Master Caddy Edition

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Seamlessly incorporate Atomos media into your storage workflow with the G-Technology ev|Series Reader Atomos Master Caddy Edition. Whether using standard drives housed in Atomos Master Caddys or G-Technology's Master Caddy drives, this ev|Series Reader offers a convenient way to import your videos. The I/O panel holds a USB-C port for plugging into your computer with the included cables and a SATA port for integrating with other G-Technology Evolution hardware.